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Capture The Essence of August With This Caprese Tomato Salad Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Caprese salad is the world's best use of tomatoes and possibly the world's best salad but should only be made with the best and freshest components because there is no place to hide subpar ingredients. This classic summer dish from the Island of Capri off the west coast of Italy is the essence of August on a plate.

The Steakburger Recipe That Puts The Best Steakhouses On Notice

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This steakburger recipe is everything you need to make the best thick, juicy, crispy hamburger you ever tasted. This reverse seared steakhouse burger recipe produces perfectly cooked burgers with rich steak flavors, a wonderful smoky undertone, perfectly seasoned interior, and enough juice to soak the bun.

New Mexico Green Chile Salsa For The Ultimate Burger

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Green chile salsa takes ordinary burgers and makes them extraordinary. Green chile cheeseburgers can be found throughout New Mexico, featuring a serious dollop of a green chile salsa and slice of melted cheese to hold it in place. Here's an amazing recipe for making a delicious multipurpose green chile salsa.

How To Make A Cured Smoked Ham From Scratch

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Create a smoked ham at home that will put any store-bought ham to shame thanks to this simple, yet flavor packed recipe. The key to creating a ham like the ones you normally purchase during the holidays is the curing process. Without curing a fresh ham, you won't achieve the same flavor or deep red color of the traditional type.

Smoked Ice Recipe Amps Up Any Cocktail

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Add an unexpected twist to your bourbon, Bloody Marys, and cocktails with this simple recipe for smoked ice. While it sounds like a challenge, creating smoked ice couldn't be easier, requiring nothing more then some wood, a grill, and ice. The end result is a smoky BBQ addition to virtually any cold drink.
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Leftover Grilled Turkey Cuban Sandwich Recipe From Bobby Flay

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Leftover turkey has never tasted better than it does in this recipe for a grilled turkey Cuban sandwich from Food Network's Bobby Flay. Sliced turkey replaces traditional roast pork in this classic pressed sandwich, joining ham, mustard, pickle, Swiss cheese, and cranberry relish for an outstanding leftover sandwich.

Pit Barrel 18.5-inch Cooker Review And Rating

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Max Good, AmazingRibs.com’s Full-Time Grill Tester

You'll be blown away by what you can create with very little effort thanks to the simple design of this cooker. Simply remove this Platinum Medal winner from the box and you'll be ready to fire it up!

Pickled Chicago (Pickled Ramps) Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Sweet, sour, tangy pickled onions or ramps are a great relish on the side, or topping on BBQ and grilled foods. Ramps are much smaller than leeks, more like scallions, and are most tender and tasty in spring. Like scallions, served raw, they add a pungent bite to many dishes but they truly shine when pickled.

Save Money By Mixing Up Boursin And Rondelé Cheese Spread At Home

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

If you're a fan of store bought Boursin cheese spread, then you'll love this homemade version for a fraction of the cost! It's great as a spread on a crusty baguette or on crackers or stuffed into jalapeño poppers. It is also wonderful as a sauce dolloped on a hot steak, asparagus, or in mashed potatoes.

The Best Stovetop Ribs: Arroz Con Costillas De Cerdo (Mexican Rice With Ribs Of Pig)

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This is a great stove-top recipe for pork ribs or chops swimming in a lush, juicy sauce on a bed of rice. Pork is a major constituent in the Mexican diet as are peppers, onions, tomatoes, and rice. This traditional old peasant dish uses them all and elevates itself from everyday fare to something truly special.

This Brat Tub Beer Bath Will Elevate Your Sausage Grilling Game

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Bratwurst are the signature food of Wisconsin and here's the recipe for creating perfect Touchdown Tailgate Brats simmered in beer and then grilled. The beauty of this recipe is that you can make the sauce at home, chill everything, and then finish the brats at the game during your next tailgating adventure.

Rib Sandwich Recipe: Kicks McRib In The Ribs

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Why wait for the McRib to return when you've got an amazing rib sandwich recipe? Learn more about the fabled McRib sandwich while creating one that takes it over the top. Ribs are smoked to perfection before the meat joins homemade pickles, caramelized onions, and custom BBQ sauce on a buttery brioche bun.

Bite-Size Pecan Pies Are Easy To Make And Easier To Eat

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this delicious recipe for pecan tassies, mini bite size pecan pies. Crunchy, nutty, gooey, flaky, and easy to pop one after another, these tasty tartlets are often served at Southern weddings, but are most common at Christmas and Thanksgiving, when pecans are still fresh.

Tailgating And Camping Checklist

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Here's a handy checklist for your next tailgating, camping or other offsite, outdoor barbecue party.

Melissa Cookston’s Grilled Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Shrimp Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Create a grilled bacon wrapped stuffed shrimp appetizer with only five ingredients thanks to this award winning recipe courtesy of pitmaster Melissa Cookston. Cookston won the 2012 Kingsford Invitational by taking first place in five categories including this delicious bacon wrapped stuffed shrimp recipe.

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